March 17, 2025 • 22 mins
🚨 The wait is over! The New Standards for RTOs 2025 are finalised and come into effect on 1 July 2025. If you’re an RTO owner, compliance manager, trainer, or assessor, this episode is a must-listen!
In this episode of the RTO Superhero Podcast, host Angela Connell-Richards breaks down everything you need to know about the new compliance framework, including:
✅ Why these changes are happening – What was wrong with the 2015 Standards, and why the overhaul?
✅ What’s actually changing – A deep dive into the four Quality Areas:
- Training & Assessment – Risk-based validation, stricter RPL rules, and stronger industry engagement.
- VET Student Support – Mandatory pre-enrolment assessments, LLND support, and wellbeing services.
- VET Workforce – Stricter credentialing for trainers, new PD requirements, and rules for industry experts.
- Governance – Stronger financial oversight, risk management, and Fit & Proper Person requirements.
✅ What RTOs must do before 1 July 2025 – A step-by-step action plan to get audit-ready.
✅ FAQ Round – Angela answers your biggest compliance questions, including:
- Will there be a transition period?
- Do I need to reapply for RTO registration?
- How will ASQA audit RTOs under the new rules?
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Angela Connell-Richards (00:01):
Hey superheroes, welcome back to
another episode of the RTOSuperhero Podcast.
If you're an RTO owner, trainer, compliance manager or anyone
working in vocational education,this episode is a must listen.
We have huge news After almostthree years of waiting, the new
(00:21):
standards for RTOs 2025 arefinalised and will come into
effect on 1 July 2025.
I know many of you have beenwondering would these changes
actually happen?
Would the upcoming federalelection delay them?
Would there be last minuteadjustments to the credential
policy?
Well, the wait is over.
(00:43):
The outcome standards,compliance requirements and
credential policy are locked in.
So what does this mean for you?
It means it is time to takeaction.
What will I be covering in thisepisode?
Today, I'll be breaking downeverything you need to know,
including one why these changesare happening, what was wrong
(01:06):
with the old standards and whydid the government decide to
overhaul them.
Two what's actually happening.
A deep dive into the newoutcome standards, compliance
requirements and credentialpolicy and what they mean to you
.
Three what you need to dobefore 1 July 2025, a
(01:28):
step-by-step compliance actionplan to help your RTO get ready
for the transition.
Four common questions andconcerns.
I'll tackle some of the biggestFAQs, including will there be a
transition period.
Do I need to reapply for RTOregistration?
What happens if my RTO doesn'tcomply?
(01:51):
Number five next steps and howto stay ahead.
I'll share practical tips onhow to prepare, what resources
are available and how to makecompliance your superhero rather
than a headache.
So grab your coffee, or maybesomething a bit stronger.
It's compliance, after all, andlet's dive into everything you
(02:15):
need to know about the newstandards for RTOs 2025.
Segment one why are thesechanges happening?
Let's start with a simple butvery important question why do
we even need new standards?
Here's the honest truth.
The 2015 standards were flawed.
(02:38):
They were overly complex, toomany grey areas leading to
inconsistencies in complianceprocess.
Heavy focus, more toinconsistencies in compliance
Process.
Heavy focus, more on paperworkthan real training.
Outcomes Not aligned withmodern industry needs.
Our workforce has changed, butcompliance hadn't caught up.
The government saw this andsaid enough is enough.
(03:00):
We need to reset the 2025standards.
Aim is to improve training andassessment quality so students
actually gain jobs, ready skills, strengthen governance and
accountability to prevent dodgyRTO practices, reduce red tape.
(03:20):
Fewer unnecessary admin burdens, more focus on student success.
So, instead of just tickingcompliance boxes, the new
framework is about proving thatyour training deliverers real
value.
It's a major shift, but,honestly, it's one that is well
(03:40):
overdue.
Well overdue.
Segment two what's changing?
The new standards explained Allright, superheroes.
Now that we know why thesechanges are happening, let's
talk about what's actuallychanging.
The standards for RTOs 2025have been completely
(04:05):
restructured.
Gone is the old 2015 framework.
Now we have a clearer, morestructured approach built over
four key quality areas.
These aren't just minor tweaks.
This is a full compliance resetdesigned to put the focus back
on quality, training, studentsuccess and accountability.
Let's break them down.
One training and assessmentraising the bar on quality.
(04:26):
Let's start with the heart ofyour RTO training and assessment
.
The 2025 standards aretightening the screws on quality
delivery to eliminate poorpractices and ensure real
industry alignment.
Here's what's changing.
Industry engagement must bemeaningful and ongoing, no more
(04:49):
one-time tick and flicksign-offs from industry reps.
Rtos must show evidence of real, continuous industry
consultation that shapes theirtraining delivery and assessment
and assessment.
Assessment validation is nowrisk-based.
High-risk courses likeconstruction, aged care or
(05:17):
aviation require more frequentvalidation cycles.
All training products must gothrough structured validation
every five years, but RTOs musthave a risk-based approach to
prioritising high-risk areas.
Accelerated learning andclustering must be justified If
your RTO offers condensedcourses, you need to prove that
students receive adequatelearning and assessment time.
(05:39):
If you are clustering, you mustdocument why it's appropriate
and how it meets trainingpackage requirements.
Rpl, or recognition of priorlearning, is now much stricter.
Rtos must prove that RPLevidence is current, authentic
(06:00):
and sufficient.
No more paper-based referrals.
Trainers must assess workplacecompetency through real evidence
.
Simply holding a qualificationis no longer enough.
This means that if your RTO hasrelied on loose industry
(06:22):
consultation, rushed assessmentsor lenient RPL approvals, now
is the time to tighten up yourprocesses.
Two vet student support, a moreholistic approach to student
success.
Next up is student support and,trust me, this area is getting
(06:42):
a major upgrade.
The government is puttingstudents first, ensuring they
receive better guidance, supportand fair treatment throughout
their learning journey.
So what's changing?
Pre-enrolment assessments arenow mandatory.
All students must go throughpre-enrolment screening to
assess suitability for theirchosen course.
(07:04):
This isn't just about meetingentry requirements.
It's about making sure studentsare set up for success LLND, so
Language Literacy, numeracy andDigital Skills and Support must
be part of the student supportservices.
Rtos must have clear strategiesto support students with LLND
(07:25):
needs.
Digital literacy is nowrecognised as a core requirement
for most courses.
Wellbeing services must betailored to the training product
.
Different courses requiredifferent levels of support.
A student in nursing will havedifferent wellbeing needs than
someone in cyber security.
(07:46):
Rtos must customise theirwellbeing programs to match the
course demands.
Cultural safety and inclusionpolicies are now required.
Staff must complete FirstNations cultural safety training
to ensure inclusive learningenvironments.
Complaints and appeals mustdrive continuous improvement.
(08:09):
Our school wants evidence thatfeedback, complaints and appeals
are being used to improvetraining and operations.
A student complaint can nolonger just be noted and closed.
Rtos must act on trends andrisks.
The bottom line is, if your RTOhas weak student support
(08:32):
services, lacks LLND strategiesor treats complaints as a
formality, you must fix them now.
Three vet workforce raising thestandards for trainers and staff
.
Now let's talk about the peopledelivering the training your
trainers, assessors and supportstaff.
(08:53):
There's been a huge shift inthis area.
Every staff member, not justtrainers, now has compliance
obligations.
Here's what's changing.
All staff must complete ongoingprofessional development.
This isn't just for yourtrainers anymore.
All RTO staff, including admin,compliance and management, must
(09:18):
have annual professionaldevelopment records.
Trainers working undersupervision must have clear
oversight.
If an unqualified trainer isdelivering a course, the
supervising trainer must beactively involved.
Just signing off is no longerenough.
New rules for industry expertsin training delivery If you
(09:39):
engage industry experts to trainstudents, they must be clearly
documented in your training andassessment strategies.
Asqa is looking for structuredoversight and evidence of their
contribution.
If you've been operating withunderqualified trainers or
minimal industry engagement,it's time to tighten your
workforce compliance.
(10:03):
Four governance and riskmanagement.
No more dodgy RTO practices.
Well, we can always hope.
Finally, let's talk aboutgovernance, because compliance
starts at the top.
Here's what's changing in RTOleadership risk management and
financial accountability.
Stricter, fit and proper personrequirements.
(10:25):
Rto owners, directors and highmanagerial agents must meet
stricter compliance standards.
Asco will now require detailedcompliance records to prove your
team meets regulatoryexpectations.
Financial monitoring and cashflow tracking are now required.
(10:47):
Rtos must have financialoversight mechanisms to track
cash flow and long-termsustainability.
Conflicts of interest must bedisclosed and managed.
If you have related businessinterests, third-party training
partners or potential biases,you must have a documented
(11:08):
conflict management plan.
Biases you must have adocumented conflict management
plan.
Stronger oversight ofthird-party training providers
ASCA wants to eliminate dodgythird-party training deals.
If you use a third-partyprovider, you must have a formal
agreement outlining complianceresponsibilities.
Clear monitoring procedures,evidence of regular quality
(11:31):
reviews.
If you're an RTO owner orexecutive, this is your wake-up
call.
Asqa is watching and theyexpect stronger leadership
accountability.
So there you have it the newstandards for RTOs 2025
completely changed the game.
These changes bring greateraccountability, transparency and
(11:55):
student-focused learning Comingup.
Next, we'll talk about what youneed to do before 1 July 2025 to
stay compliant.
Segment three what RTO?
About what you actually need todo.
(12:17):
Here's your compliance actionplan.
1.
Revamp your training andassessment strategies.
Review industry consultationprocesses and document
everything.
Validate assessment tools.
Make sure they align with thenew validation cycles.
Ensure student competencyassessments are rigorous.
(12:37):
Tick and flick won't cut itanymore.
Two strengthen student supportand pre-enrolment processes.
Lln and digital literacyassessments must be standard
practice.
Student wellbeing and inclusionpolicies need to be explicit
and enforceable.
3.
(12:58):
Ensure trainer and assessorcompliance.
Every trainer must havedocumented proof of industry
currency and PD.
Review assessment validationprocedures.
They must align with the newcompliance framework.
Number four improve governanceand risk management.
Self-assurance is now a must.
(13:20):
You need to proactively managecompliance.
Strengthen third-partyagreements.
They must be more detailed andauditable.
Review your risk management andfinancial viability plans.
Asqa is watching.
The earlier you start, theeasier.
The transition will be Segmentfour FAQs what RTOs need to know
(13:47):
.
All right, superheroes, I knowthis is a massive amount of
information, so let's go throughsome of the biggest questions
RTOs are asking right now aboutthe new standards.
And, before we dive in, if youwant ongoing updates and a place
where we can tackle yourquestions in detail, make sure
(14:07):
you subscribe to our EduStreamYouTube channel.
We're launching an FAQ serieson the new standards for RTOs
2025, where we'll break down keycompliance topics, one question
at a time.
The link is in the show notes,so please go check it out.
Now let's get into thoseburning questions.
(14:28):
Question one will there be atransition period for RTOs?
This is a big one.
The official answer is yes, butdon't get too comfortable.
Asqa has confirmed that therewill be support during the
transition period, but fullcompliance is expected from 1
July 2025.
(14:48):
What does this mean for you?
Asqa will work with RTOs duringthe first 12 months to help
them adjust, but you areexpected to be compliant from
day one.
This isn't a soft launch.
Non-compliance will still be arisk, especially if you fail to
make an effort to implement thechanges.
(15:08):
So, while ASQA isn't planningto immediately penalise RTOs
that are actively transitioning.
They will not accept excusesfrom providers who haven't even
started preparing Action item.
Start now.
Join our Mastering the NewStandards webinar to get a clear
roadmap.
Question two do I need toreapply for RTO registration?
(15:34):
No, you don't need to reapplyfor registration just because of
the new standards.
However, there are somecritical admin updates you need
to complete.
Every RTO must submit anupdated self-assurance
declaration in 2025.
Your training and assessmentstrategies must be fully aligned
(15:54):
with the new rules.
If your governance or keypersonnel have changed, you may
need to update your fit andproper person declarations.
Action item Review yourinternal documentation now.
If you're unsure, watch our FAQseries on Edustream, where
(16:16):
we'll break this down in detail.
Question three how strict is thenew risk-based assessment
validation requirement?
This is one of the biggestchanges coming in with the new
standards.
Here's what's different.
Every training product on yourscope must be validated at least
once every five years.
High-risk training productsmust be validated more
(16:39):
frequently.
This includes courses inconstruction, aged care,
aviation and other regulatedindustries.
Validation must be led bysomeone who is independent from
the training and assessmentprocess.
You need evidence of howvalidation outcomes have
improved training delivery.
Rtos that have been doing tickand flick validations will be
(17:02):
caught out.
This is now a high-riskcompliance area and ASQA has
made it clear that assessmentintegrity is a top priority
Action item.
Made it clear that assessmentintegrity is a top priority
Action item.
Watch our EduStream FAQ seriesfor a deep dive into how to set
up a compliant validationprocess.
(17:23):
Question four what happens if anRTO doesn't comply by 1 July
2025?
Look, I'll be honestNon-compliance is going to have
serious consequences.
Asqa has said they will take arisk-based approach to
enforcement, meaning if you areclearly making an effort to
(17:43):
transition, you'll likely begiven support and time to
rectify minor issues.
If you ignore the new standardsand keep doing things the old
way, you risk audits,rectifications or even
deregistration.
Serious breaches like poortraining quality, failing to
(18:08):
validate assessments orinadequate governance will lead
to compliance actions.
This is your warning.
Rtos that don't prepare nowwill be scrambling when audits
start rolling out.
Action item get compliant now.
Start with our Mastering theNew Standards webinar, then
subscribe to Edustream forweekly compliance insights.
(18:32):
Question five how will ASCAaudit RTOs under the new
standards?
Audits will look very differentunder the 2025 standards.
Here's what's changing ASCA isshifting to a self-assurance
model.
This means RTOs mustcontinuously improve and prove
(18:52):
their compliance, not just ataudit time.
Auditors will be checkingrisk-based validation, student
support policies and governancestructures more closely.
Training delivery andassessment evidence will be
heavily scrutinised, especiallyfor RTOs that have accelerated
courses or flexible deliverymodels.
(19:13):
If you can't showself-assurance processes, you
will be flagged for furtherinvestigation.
If your RTO has only beenpreparing for spot audits, you
need to change your strategy.
I know this has been a lot ofinformation and, trust me, we're
(19:42):
just scratching the surface.
Want to go deeper?
Subscribe to edustream onyoutube for our faq series on
the new standards.
We're covering how to implementrisk-based assessment,
validation, what to include inyour self-assurance declaration,
the biggest compliance risksRTOs face under the new rules,
and live Q&As where I answeryour questions.
(20:03):
The link is in the show notes.
Go, subscribe now and, if youhaven't already, register for
our Mastering the New Standardswebinar to get a detailed
breakdown of everything you needto do before 1 July 2025.
Let's get ahead of the changestogether and make compliance our
superpower.
(20:23):
Don't forget to subscribe tothe RTO Superhero podcast and
share this episode with yournetwork.
Well, that's a wrap for today'sepisode.
We've covered a lot, but thekey takeaway is this the new RTO
Standards 2025 are big, butthey're manageable if you start
(20:46):
preparing now, need expertguidance.
Come and join me at theMastering the New Standards
webinar expert guidance.
Come and join me at theMastering the New Standards
webinar, where I will cover adetailed breakdown of every
major change in the standardsand have a live Q&A to get your
burning compliance questionsanswered, and I'll also be
providing a step-by-step roadmapto get your RTO fully compliant
(21:09):
before the deadline.
My final thought complianceisn't just about ticking boxes.
It's about delivering highquality training that meets
industry needs and supportslearners.
If we embrace these changes now, we'll be stronger, smarter and
more successful as an industry.
(21:29):
Let's get ahead of thesechanges together.
Don't forget to subscribe andshare this episode with your RTO
network.
Spread the word.
This affects every RTO inAustralia.
See you in the webinar and seeyou next time on the RTO
Superhero Podcast.
Hey superheroes, welcome back to
another episode of the RTOSuperhero Podcast.
If you're an RTO owner, trainer, compliance manager or anyone
working in vocational education,this episode is a must listen.
We have huge news After almostthree years of waiting, the new
(00:21):
standards for RTOs 2025 arefinalised and will come into
effect on 1 July 2025.
I know many of you have beenwondering would these changes
actually happen?
Would the upcoming federalelection delay them?
Would there be last minuteadjustments to the credential
policy?
Well, the wait is over.
(00:43):
The outcome standards,compliance requirements and
credential policy are locked in.
So what does this mean for you?
It means it is time to takeaction.
What will I be covering in thisepisode?
Today, I'll be breaking downeverything you need to know,
including one why these changesare happening, what was wrong
(01:06):
with the old standards and whydid the government decide to
overhaul them.
Two what's actually happening.
A deep dive into the newoutcome standards, compliance
requirements and credentialpolicy and what they mean to you
.
Three what you need to dobefore 1 July 2025, a
(01:28):
step-by-step compliance actionplan to help your RTO get ready
for the transition.
Four common questions andconcerns.
I'll tackle some of the biggestFAQs, including will there be a
transition period.
Do I need to reapply for RTOregistration?
What happens if my RTO doesn'tcomply?
(01:51):
Number five next steps and howto stay ahead.
I'll share practical tips onhow to prepare, what resources
are available and how to makecompliance your superhero rather
than a headache.
So grab your coffee, or maybesomething a bit stronger.
It's compliance, after all, andlet's dive into everything you
(02:15):
need to know about the newstandards for RTOs 2025.
Segment one why are thesechanges happening?
Let's start with a simple butvery important question why do
we even need new standards?
Here's the honest truth.
The 2015 standards were flawed.
(02:38):
They were overly complex, toomany grey areas leading to
inconsistencies in complianceprocess.
Heavy focus, more toinconsistencies in compliance
Process.
Heavy focus, more on paperworkthan real training.
Outcomes Not aligned withmodern industry needs.
Our workforce has changed, butcompliance hadn't caught up.
The government saw this andsaid enough is enough.
(03:00):
We need to reset the 2025standards.
Aim is to improve training andassessment quality so students
actually gain jobs, ready skills, strengthen governance and
accountability to prevent dodgyRTO practices, reduce red tape.
(03:20):
Fewer unnecessary admin burdens, more focus on student success.
So, instead of just tickingcompliance boxes, the new
framework is about proving thatyour training deliverers real
value.
It's a major shift, but,honestly, it's one that is well
(03:40):
overdue.
Well overdue.
Segment two what's changing?
The new standards explained Allright, superheroes.
Now that we know why thesechanges are happening, let's
talk about what's actuallychanging.
The standards for RTOs 2025have been completely
(04:05):
restructured.
Gone is the old 2015 framework.
Now we have a clearer, morestructured approach built over
four key quality areas.
These aren't just minor tweaks.
This is a full compliance resetdesigned to put the focus back
on quality, training, studentsuccess and accountability.
Let's break them down.
One training and assessmentraising the bar on quality.
(04:26):
Let's start with the heart ofyour RTO training and assessment
.
The 2025 standards aretightening the screws on quality
delivery to eliminate poorpractices and ensure real
industry alignment.
Here's what's changing.
Industry engagement must bemeaningful and ongoing, no more
(04:49):
one-time tick and flicksign-offs from industry reps.
Rtos must show evidence of real, continuous industry
consultation that shapes theirtraining delivery and assessment
and assessment.
Assessment validation is nowrisk-based.
High-risk courses likeconstruction, aged care or
(05:17):
aviation require more frequentvalidation cycles.
All training products must gothrough structured validation
every five years, but RTOs musthave a risk-based approach to
prioritising high-risk areas.
Accelerated learning andclustering must be justified If
your RTO offers condensedcourses, you need to prove that
students receive adequatelearning and assessment time.
(05:39):
If you are clustering, you mustdocument why it's appropriate
and how it meets trainingpackage requirements.
Rpl, or recognition of priorlearning, is now much stricter.
Rtos must prove that RPLevidence is current, authentic
(06:00):
and sufficient.
No more paper-based referrals.
Trainers must assess workplacecompetency through real evidence
.
Simply holding a qualificationis no longer enough.
This means that if your RTO hasrelied on loose industry
(06:22):
consultation, rushed assessmentsor lenient RPL approvals, now
is the time to tighten up yourprocesses.
Two vet student support, a moreholistic approach to student
success.
Next up is student support and,trust me, this area is getting
(06:42):
a major upgrade.
The government is puttingstudents first, ensuring they
receive better guidance, supportand fair treatment throughout
their learning journey.
So what's changing?
Pre-enrolment assessments arenow mandatory.
All students must go throughpre-enrolment screening to
assess suitability for theirchosen course.
(07:04):
This isn't just about meetingentry requirements.
It's about making sure studentsare set up for success LLND, so
Language Literacy, numeracy andDigital Skills and Support must
be part of the student supportservices.
Rtos must have clear strategiesto support students with LLND
(07:25):
needs.
Digital literacy is nowrecognised as a core requirement
for most courses.
Wellbeing services must betailored to the training product
.
Different courses requiredifferent levels of support.
A student in nursing will havedifferent wellbeing needs than
someone in cyber security.
(07:46):
Rtos must customise theirwellbeing programs to match the
course demands.
Cultural safety and inclusionpolicies are now required.
Staff must complete FirstNations cultural safety training
to ensure inclusive learningenvironments.
Complaints and appeals mustdrive continuous improvement.
(08:09):
Our school wants evidence thatfeedback, complaints and appeals
are being used to improvetraining and operations.
A student complaint can nolonger just be noted and closed.
Rtos must act on trends andrisks.
The bottom line is, if your RTOhas weak student support
(08:32):
services, lacks LLND strategiesor treats complaints as a
formality, you must fix them now.
Three vet workforce raising thestandards for trainers and staff
.
Now let's talk about the peopledelivering the training your
trainers, assessors and supportstaff.
(08:53):
There's been a huge shift inthis area.
Every staff member, not justtrainers, now has compliance
obligations.
Here's what's changing.
All staff must complete ongoingprofessional development.
This isn't just for yourtrainers anymore.
All RTO staff, including admin,compliance and management, must
(09:18):
have annual professionaldevelopment records.
Trainers working undersupervision must have clear
oversight.
If an unqualified trainer isdelivering a course, the
supervising trainer must beactively involved.
Just signing off is no longerenough.
New rules for industry expertsin training delivery If you
(09:39):
engage industry experts to trainstudents, they must be clearly
documented in your training andassessment strategies.
Asqa is looking for structuredoversight and evidence of their
contribution.
If you've been operating withunderqualified trainers or
minimal industry engagement,it's time to tighten your
workforce compliance.
(10:03):
Four governance and riskmanagement.
No more dodgy RTO practices.
Well, we can always hope.
Finally, let's talk aboutgovernance, because compliance
starts at the top.
Here's what's changing in RTOleadership risk management and
financial accountability.
Stricter, fit and proper personrequirements.
(10:25):
Rto owners, directors and highmanagerial agents must meet
stricter compliance standards.
Asco will now require detailedcompliance records to prove your
team meets regulatoryexpectations.
Financial monitoring and cashflow tracking are now required.
(10:47):
Rtos must have financialoversight mechanisms to track
cash flow and long-termsustainability.
Conflicts of interest must bedisclosed and managed.
If you have related businessinterests, third-party training
partners or potential biases,you must have a documented
(11:08):
conflict management plan.
Biases you must have adocumented conflict management
plan.
Stronger oversight ofthird-party training providers
ASCA wants to eliminate dodgythird-party training deals.
If you use a third-partyprovider, you must have a formal
agreement outlining complianceresponsibilities.
Clear monitoring procedures,evidence of regular quality
(11:31):
reviews.
If you're an RTO owner orexecutive, this is your wake-up
call.
Asqa is watching and theyexpect stronger leadership
accountability.
So there you have it the newstandards for RTOs 2025
completely changed the game.
These changes bring greateraccountability, transparency and
(11:55):
student-focused learning Comingup.
Next, we'll talk about what youneed to do before 1 July 2025 to
stay compliant.
Segment three what RTO?
About what you actually need todo.
(12:17):
Here's your compliance actionplan.
1.
Revamp your training andassessment strategies.
Review industry consultationprocesses and document
everything.
Validate assessment tools.
Make sure they align with thenew validation cycles.
Ensure student competencyassessments are rigorous.
(12:37):
Tick and flick won't cut itanymore.
Two strengthen student supportand pre-enrolment processes.
Lln and digital literacyassessments must be standard
practice.
Student wellbeing and inclusionpolicies need to be explicit
and enforceable.
3.
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Ensure trainer and assessorcompliance.
Every trainer must havedocumented proof of industry
currency and PD.
Review assessment validationprocedures.
They must align with the newcompliance framework.
Number four improve governanceand risk management.
Self-assurance is now a must.
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You need to proactively managecompliance.
Strengthen third-partyagreements.
They must be more detailed andauditable.
Review your risk management andfinancial viability plans.
Asqa is watching.
The earlier you start, theeasier.
The transition will be Segmentfour FAQs what RTOs need to know
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.
All right, superheroes, I knowthis is a massive amount of
information, so let's go throughsome of the biggest questions
RTOs are asking right now aboutthe new standards.
And, before we dive in, if youwant ongoing updates and a place
where we can tackle yourquestions in detail, make sure
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you subscribe to our EduStreamYouTube channel.
We're launching an FAQ serieson the new standards for RTOs
2025, where we'll break down keycompliance topics, one question
at a time.
The link is in the show notes,so please go check it out.
Now let's get into thoseburning questions.
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Question one will there be atransition period for RTOs?
This is a big one.
The official answer is yes, butdon't get too comfortable.
Asqa has confirmed that therewill be support during the
transition period, but fullcompliance is expected from 1
July 2025.
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What does this mean for you?
Asqa will work with RTOs duringthe first 12 months to help
them adjust, but you areexpected to be compliant from
day one.
This isn't a soft launch.
Non-compliance will still be arisk, especially if you fail to
make an effort to implement thechanges.
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So, while ASQA isn't planningto immediately penalise RTOs
that are actively transitioning.
They will not accept excusesfrom providers who haven't even
started preparing Action item.
Start now.
Join our Mastering the NewStandards webinar to get a clear
roadmap.
Question two do I need toreapply for RTO registration?
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No, you don't need to reapplyfor registration just because of
the new standards.
However, there are somecritical admin updates you need
to complete.
Every RTO must submit anupdated self-assurance
declaration in 2025.
Your training and assessmentstrategies must be fully aligned
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with the new rules.
If your governance or keypersonnel have changed, you may
need to update your fit andproper person declarations.
Action item Review yourinternal documentation now.
If you're unsure, watch our FAQseries on Edustream, where
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we'll break this down in detail.
Question three how strict is thenew risk-based assessment
validation requirement?
This is one of the biggestchanges coming in with the new
standards.
Here's what's different.
Every training product on yourscope must be validated at least
once every five years.
High-risk training productsmust be validated more
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frequently.
This includes courses inconstruction, aged care,
aviation and other regulatedindustries.
Validation must be led bysomeone who is independent from
the training and assessmentprocess.
You need evidence of howvalidation outcomes have
improved training delivery.
Rtos that have been doing tickand flick validations will be
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caught out.
This is now a high-riskcompliance area and ASQA has
made it clear that assessmentintegrity is a top priority
Action item.
Made it clear that assessmentintegrity is a top priority
Action item.
Watch our EduStream FAQ seriesfor a deep dive into how to set
up a compliant validationprocess.
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Question four what happens if anRTO doesn't comply by 1 July
2025?
Look, I'll be honestNon-compliance is going to have
serious consequences.
Asqa has said they will take arisk-based approach to
enforcement, meaning if you areclearly making an effort to
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transition, you'll likely begiven support and time to
rectify minor issues.
If you ignore the new standardsand keep doing things the old
way, you risk audits,rectifications or even
deregistration.
Serious breaches like poortraining quality, failing to
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validate assessments orinadequate governance will lead
to compliance actions.
This is your warning.
Rtos that don't prepare nowwill be scrambling when audits
start rolling out.
Action item get compliant now.
Start with our Mastering theNew Standards webinar, then
subscribe to Edustream forweekly compliance insights.
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Question five how will ASCAaudit RTOs under the new
standards?
Audits will look very differentunder the 2025 standards.
Here's what's changing ASCA isshifting to a self-assurance
model.
This means RTOs mustcontinuously improve and prove
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their compliance, not just ataudit time.
Auditors will be checkingrisk-based validation, student
support policies and governancestructures more closely.
Training delivery andassessment evidence will be
heavily scrutinised, especiallyfor RTOs that have accelerated
courses or flexible deliverymodels.
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If you can't showself-assurance processes, you
will be flagged for furtherinvestigation.
If your RTO has only beenpreparing for spot audits, you
need to change your strategy.
I know this has been a lot ofinformation and, trust me, we're
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just scratching the surface.
Want to go deeper?
Subscribe to edustream onyoutube for our faq series on
the new standards.
We're covering how to implementrisk-based assessment,
validation, what to include inyour self-assurance declaration,
the biggest compliance risksRTOs face under the new rules,
and live Q&As where I answeryour questions.
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The link is in the show notes.
Go, subscribe now and, if youhaven't already, register for
our Mastering the New Standardswebinar to get a detailed
breakdown of everything you needto do before 1 July 2025.
Let's get ahead of the changestogether and make compliance our
superpower.
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Don't forget to subscribe tothe RTO Superhero podcast and
share this episode with yournetwork.
Well, that's a wrap for today'sepisode.
We've covered a lot, but thekey takeaway is this the new RTO
Standards 2025 are big, butthey're manageable if you start
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preparing now, need expertguidance.
Come and join me at theMastering the New Standards
webinar expert guidance.
Come and join me at theMastering the New Standards
webinar, where I will cover adetailed breakdown of every
major change in the standardsand have a live Q&A to get your
burning compliance questionsanswered, and I'll also be
providing a step-by-step roadmapto get your RTO fully compliant
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before the deadline.
My final thought complianceisn't just about ticking boxes.
It's about delivering highquality training that meets
industry needs and supportslearners.
If we embrace these changes now, we'll be stronger, smarter and
more successful as an industry.
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Let's get ahead of thesechanges together.
Don't forget to subscribe andshare this episode with your RTO
network.
Spread the word.
This affects every RTO inAustralia.
See you in the webinar and seeyou next time on the RTO
Superhero Podcast.
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